Threads, Meta’s platform, is stepping up its game by rolling out the ability to view a chronological feed of posts from your followed users. This enhancement has been widely regarded as a pivotal element for Threads to effectively challenge Twitter, historically a go-to source for real-time updates. However, with the ongoing turmoil at Twitter (now renamed X) under Elon Musk’s leadership, Threads is emerging as a promising alternative for the latest news and updates.
The update to Threads for accessing the chronological feed will be available in its latest version, though it may not be immediately visible to all users. To toggle between the ‘For You’ and ‘Following’ feed, simply click on the Threads logo or home icon, then swipe to switch between the two feeds.
The introduction of the chronological feed was announced by Mark Zuckerberg on his Instagram broadcast channel, echoing the promise made by Adam Mosseri, Instagram’s head. Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, further revealed that Threads has incorporated another crucial feature: translations. This allows users to translate a post written in an unfamiliar language by tapping the bottom right corner of the post.
Additional features have also been introduced to Threads. Now, under the Activity tab, users can filter notifications by follows, replies, mentions, quoted posts, reposts, and interactions from verified accounts or view all notifications collectively. The Threads team has also introduced a new ‘follow’ button for easier reciprocal following, and a bulk approval feature for all follow requests for private accounts.
Zuckerberg promised more updates, including potential features such as web-based posting on Threads, direct messaging, enhanced accessibility, improved search functionality, and a TweetDeck-inspired interface for monitoring Threads posts. By addressing user requests, Threads hopes to ensure its user base continues to grow.
Update 7/25 1:22PM ET: More details about the new features have been added.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Threads Chronological Feed
What is the new feature added to Threads?
Threads has introduced a chronological feed of posts from people you follow. This feature has been rolled out to make Threads a more competitive platform against Twitter, especially with the ongoing challenges Twitter is experiencing under Elon Musk’s management.
How can I access the new chronological feed on Threads?
To access the chronological feed, you need to update Threads to its latest version. After updating, you might not see the new feature immediately. To switch between the ‘For You’ and ‘Following’ feed, tap the Threads logo or the home icon, and you can swipe to change from one feed to another.
What other features have been added to Threads?
In addition to the chronological feed, Threads has introduced translations, enabling users to translate posts written in languages they don’t understand. Other added features include enhanced notification filtering in the Activity tab and a new ‘follow’ button for easier reciprocal following.
Who announced the new features of Threads?
The new features of Threads were announced by Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta, on his Instagram broadcast channel.
What future updates can we expect from Threads?
Possible future updates include web-based posting on Threads, direct messaging, improved search functionality, better accessibility, and a TweetDeck-like interface for monitoring Threads posts.
More about Threads Chronological Feed
- Threads Platform
- Meta’s Official Announcement
- Mark Zuckerberg’s Instagram Broadcast Channel
- Twitter’s Current Situation
- About Instagram’s Head Adam Mosseri
- TweetDeck
